Project Manager, PDS Projects

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Dubai; On-site; AED 380,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a mixed-use development in Dubai. The role requires coordinating residential, commercial, retail, and hospitality components, delivering on time and within budget, while meeting Dubai Municipality regulations and international best practices.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of construction PM experience, with hospitality project exposure, and holds PMP or RICS certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5–8 years of construction project management experience with at least 5 years on hospitality projects.
• Experience delivering complex multi-discipline projects in the UAE or GCC.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, RICS are preferred.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and cost control systems.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic language proficiency is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day construction operations across all phases from mobilization through handover.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using appropriate construction management software, coordinating with all stakeholders to ensure milestone achievement.
• Establish project governance structures and reporting protocols aligned with client requirements and organizational standards.
• Serve as primary point of contact between the client, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Administer construction contracts in accordance with FIDIC or other applicable contract frameworks.
• Coordinate with main contractors and specialty subcontractors across multiple building types and systems.
• Facilitate regular progress meetings and maintain clear communication channels with all project participants.
• Enforce quality control procedures and conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and building codes.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor site health and safety compliance, ensuring contractor adherence to Dubai Municipality and client safety standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Problem solving

Team coordination

Stakeholder management

Arabic language (advantage)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Cost control systems

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Position Overview

Position Overview: The Project Manager will oversee all aspects of construction execution for a mixed-use development project in Dubai, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role requires comprehensive coordination of multiple disciplines including residential, commercial, retail, and hospitality components while maintaining compliance with Dubai Municipality regulations and international best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day construction operations across all phases from mobilization through handover
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using appropriate construction management software, coordinating with all stakeholders to ensure milestone achievement
• Establish project governance structures and reporting protocols aligned with client requirements and organizational standards
• Serve as primary point of contact between the client, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors
• Administer construction contracts in accordance with FIDIC or other applicable contract frameworks
• Coordinate with main contractors and specialty subcontractors across multiple building types and systems
• Facilitate regular progress meetings and maintain clear communication channels with all project participants
• Enforce quality control procedures and conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and building codes
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Monitor site health and safety compliance, ensuring contractor adherence to Dubai Municipality and client safety standards

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Minimum 5-8 years of construction project management experience with at least 5 years on hospitality projects
• Demonstrated experience managing projects in the UAE or GCC region
• Proven track record delivering complex multi-discipline projects involving coordination of residential towers, retail podiums, and associated infrastructure

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Professional certifications such as PMP, RICS, or equivalent are highly preferred
• Comprehensive understanding of construction methodologies, building systems, and sequencing for mixed-use developments
• Proficiency in construction management software including Primavera P6, MS Project, and cost control systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills with capacity to make sound decisions under pressure
• Outstanding communication skills in English; Arabic language proficiency is advantageous

Location

On-site -Dubai, ARE

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At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world.

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM.

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